Man Arrested for Antisemitic Assault on Jewish Couple in Florida

A 35-year-old man named Jordan Steven Prozo was arrested in Surfside, Florida, for allegedly attacking a Jewish couple visiting from New York. The incident occurred on Sunday around 9:15 p.m. on Harding Avenue, where Prozo approached the couple on an electric scooter, hurled antisemitic insults, and physically assaulted the man by striking him on the head. Prozo reportedly threatened to kill the man, saying, "Now you are going to die" and "Get away before I kill you," while also making derogatory remarks about Israel and Palestine.

The victim's wife, Sophia, recorded part of the confrontation on her phone and described the suspect as expressing intense hatred. The couple, who requested anonymity, praised the Surfside Police Department for their response and said the attack would not deter them from future visits to South Florida. Surfside Police Acting Chief Jay Matlis condemned the attack, stating such behavior would not be tolerated and offenders would face jail time.

Prozo was charged with aggravated assault motivated by religious or ethnic bias and harassment or intimidation based on religious or ethnic heritage. He was arrested at his workplace, Flanigan's restaurant on Harding Avenue, near the attack site. This is not Prozo's first run-in with the law; he was previously arrested in Miami Beach on June 15 for vandalism involving a large inflatable FIFA soccer ball ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

The incident highlights ongoing concerns about antisemitic violence in the area, with local authorities urging vigilance and community support.